Idx | 1175 |
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Keyword | for |
Sub Entry Number | 1 |
Type of Sentence | ✗ |
Error Sentence | I have come to London for learning English. |
Correct Sentence | I have come to London to learn English. |
Cloze Error Sentence | I have come to London [[for learning]] English. |
Cloze Sentence | I have come to London [[to learn]] English. |
Cloze Answer | to learn |
Choices | for learning | to learn |
Explanation | To explain 'why' someone does something, use a to -infinitive (NOT for ): 'She opened the door to let the cat out.' In formal styles, in order to is also possible: 'UN troops have been sent to the trouble spot in order to restore peace.' |
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